1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB4 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
